The Department of Finance is responsible for revenue collection, utility billing, tax and parking enforcement, administering employee payroll, benefits and safety; risk management and accounting and financial reporting.
February 11, 2026
Beginning March 1, 2026, Chicago will implement a new 1.5% tax on retail purchases of alcoholic beverages intended for off-premises consumption.
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January 22, 2026
FOIA Request to City of Chicago Department of Finance regarding current employee debt on January 22, 2026.
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A series of tax changes are set to take effect in Chicago on January 1, 2026, following the City Council’s approval of the 2026 Revenue Ordinance on December 20, 2025.
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October 16, 2025
FOIA Request to City of Chicago Department of Finance regarding loan agreements with RBC Capital Markets on October 16, 2025.
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